In a PSD convoy, the Protectee sits in which seat?

• A. Rear passenger seat behind AIC
• B. Front passenger seat in the limo
• C. In the trunk
• D. In own car

Answer: (A)

In a PSD convoy, arranging seating creates a protective envelope and clear lines of command. The Agent In Charge sits in the front passenger seat to have an unobstructed view of the route, coordinate with the driver, and supervise the detail. The Protectee is placed in the rear passenger seat directly behind the AIC so they remain shielded by the vehicle’s armor and structure, while staying under the AIC’s direct oversight and within easy reach for any necessary guidance. This position also keeps the Protectee out of the line of fire and allows escort personnel to monitor surrounding threats and respond quickly. The other options would compromise coordination, exposure, or protection—there’s no safe or practical reason for the Protectee to be in the trunk or in their own car, and placing them in the front passenger seat disrupts the protective envelope.